Anne Turvey was born in Ponca City, Oklahoma, USA. In 1963, her family relocated to England, where she completed her secondary education and went on to study English at St Hugh’s College, Oxford University.

Anne Turvey’s teaching career spanned over four decades. She taught English at St Angela’s Ursuline school in London for 15 years before joining the Institute of Education, University of London, where she remained for nearly 30 years until her retirement.

As an educator, Anne was renowned for her innovative teaching methods, her passion for language and literature, and her ability to connect with students from diverse backgrounds. She inspired countless future teachers through her work as an English teacher trainer and MA program director.

Beyond her teaching, Anne Turvey was actively involved in educational policy and advocacy. She played a leading role in the London Association for the Teaching of English (LATE) and helped organize a national boycott of Sats tests in 1993 to protest their negative impact on classroom instruction and student learning.

As chair of LATE from 1997 to 2018, Anne continued to advocate for evidence-based teaching practices, equitable access to quality education, and the promotion of critical thinking skills.

Anne Turvey’s contributions to education have left a lasting legacy. She was a pioneer in the field of English language teaching, and her work has influenced generations of educators and students.

Her advocacy for educational equity and excellence continues to inspire and guide educational policymakers and practitioners today.